The Trump administration announced it will require states to provide more information to access money to make child care more affordable.
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Posted inMaine, News
Report: Affordability biggest hurdle in every corner of Maine’s housing market
High construction costs, a disparity between wage growth and home prices, and a competitive market are all impeding the state’s efforts to soften the housing crisis.
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Posted inMaine, News
Lisbon financial issues stem from miscalculations, town manager says
Interim Town Manager Jim Bennett thinks the nearly $2.5 million funding hole the town found itself in was caused in part by double counting certain town revenues.
Posted inCommunity, News, Rumford Falls Times
Dixfield to vote on ordinance, fundraiser at special town meeting
Residence will decide on changes to Naming and Numbering Ordinance and the town contributing to a historical society project.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
West Paris crash sends man to hospital with life-threatening injuries
Alcohol is likely factor in the crash reported on Bethel Road at about 6:30 a.m. Friday, the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office said.
Posted inMaine, News
Snow, wrestling, hockey, Pledge of Allegiance focus of Lewiston-area Week in Photos
Maine Trust for Local News photographers select some of their favorite images from Jan. 1-8, 2026.
Posted inMaine, News
Blaze breaks out overnight at wildlife park in Gray
The fire destroyed a Maine Wildlife Park workshop, but did not injure any animals.
Posted inMaine, News
Gray investigated for buying $1.25M fire truck with money it didn’t have; FBI involved
The scrutiny involves alleged financial mismanagement.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Rangeley Highlander
Phillips-based schools weigh new district model as withdrawal talks continue
Superintendent Laura Columbia said withdrawal updates are moving slow while a new pre-K to grade 12 model is considered.
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Reader suggests volunteer opportunities | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For anyone who in the L-A area who is interested in getting out of the house this winter and looking for opportunities to volunteer, I suggest Andwell Hospice Thrift Store in Auburn (https://andwell.org/get-involved/volunteer/, [email protected], 777-7740 Ext 2980; Greater Androscoggin Humane Society in Auburn (https://gahumane.org/get-involved/volunteer/, [email protected]); and The Public Theater in Lewiston (https://thepublictheatre.org/volunteer/, […]